How Long do Ebike Batteries Last?
A well-maintained lithium-ion battery can last 3 to 5 years (or longer) and up to 1,000 charge cycles. However, a poorly maintained battery can be damaged in a single season. Here are some tips for extending the life of your battery:
- While not in use, keep the battery at a moderate temperature in a dry place, between 68-77°F (20-25°C) and away from direct sunlight.
- When storing the battery for a long period, ensure it has a charge between about 80% and 40% of a full charge. The battery will naturally lose charge while being stored, so check the battery periodically and bring it back up to above 40% if you are going to keep it in storage for longer periods.
- Store and charge your battery inside during the excessively cold and hot months. It is no problem to ride the bike in extreme conditions (it doesn’t harm the battery). However, when you are riding in very extreme weather, you will notice a drop in power and range; this is normal and expected.
- Don't drain the battery to zero often. Occasionally, on a long ride, if you fully use up your battery from time to time, it's ok. Just not too often!
- Wait aproximately 20 minutes after riding before charging your battery to allow the cells to balance.
- Keep you battery charged to around 90%. Once the battery is charged to around 90%, unplug it from the charger (do not keep it plugged in overnight!). Excessive charging of an already full battery will harm the battery. Occasional charging to 100% is ok, but longer life can be achieved by keeping the battery a bit less than full.
- If you are doing short rides, and the battery still has a good amount of charge remaining, wait until after the next ride or two to charge the battery.
Many of the Ebikes that EbikeCityZen sells come with a battery warranty. Please keep in mind that the warranty may not cover an improperly maintained battery.
As always, EbikeCityZen is here to answer all of your battery related questions. Use our live chat or contact us with any specific questions you have.
